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JAM File 02. The Various Forms and Charms of Stars

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I think that given the circumstances we have, a.k.a JO1 has just released their first album and has wrapped up their first concert (and currently preparing for the Deluxe  version as I speak), perhaps it's the perfect time for me to actually  talk about JO1's discography.  - Growing up as a musically inclined and rooted person, songs come and go to my ears as if I was just breathing. With that, I was always interested to experience new genres just like how one would visit a buffet to have a taste of everything. JO1 didn't disappoint me on that spectrum, as personally I felt like they always had something different to offer to the table, something that I am proud of whenever I talk about JO1 to my friends because not every group has a solid discography like they do.  The Star, released November 25, is JO1's first album that had their entire discography (sans If I Can Tell You) so far along with 7 new songs (5, if we count out the Produce Concept Songs). It's aro...
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JAM File 01. The Introduction

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Even before JO1 was who they are today, I promised I would support them.  Regardless of which member got in or not. Regardless of what kinds of talents or things they have to offer. I've learned through experience (and in the hardest way, that's what I get for watching Produce every year) that it's more easier  for my heart to go in blind supporting the newly made group and then work my way backwards.  That was around August 2019 when I made that decision, and I was still honestly scarred by PRODUCEX101 back then so I didn't want to take a risk. I did follow them from the beginning in a sense that I was watching from afar, distancing myself safe enough that I don't get too emotionally attached deeply with some trainees and yet close enough to be a spectator of what's going to happen.  I vaguely remember my initial picks list having Takumi, Ren, Ruki, Junki, Syoya, and Issei.  (I ultimately pushed all of my luck on this lineup honestly.) Anyway, I don't have ...
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